The Social Science and Public Affairs Learning Community is available to first year students declaring majors in the College of Social Sciences or closely related majors. The goal of this learning community is to create an environment that will assist new students in meeting people of similar interests, get to know faculty on a personal basis, and become involved in activities pertaining to issues of government and public policy. During the one credit hour seminar and other “in house” courses, students will explore contemporary issues in Public Affairs with a variety of faculty members and individuals who currently work in the public arena. Residents invited to participate will experience the benefits of living in a close-knit, supportive community, and are asked to support the general mission of the community - to educate students for citizenship